[2025 Takayama Attraction] Travel Guide for Hikaru Museum (Updated Jun)

𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐩*⋆✈Gifu𓂃 𓈒𓏸Hida Takayama Hikari Museum A museum and art gallery complex in Hida Takayama It has one floor above ground and three floors underground, making use of the hills. Egyptian exhibits, dinosaur exhibits, fossils, Kitaoji Rosanjin's works... There are so many exhibits in a wide range of genres that I've never seen before, and it's really worth seeing 🥺 I was particularly surprised by the large scale of the courtyard pyramid, which is based on the Mexican pyramid, the pyramid hall on the second basement floor, and the underground passages. It's very spacious and has a large number of works and exhibits in various genres, so I recommend that you go with plenty of time. There is also a free shuttle bus running from Takayama Station for a limited time. 𓐄 ... From the official website Adults 1000 yen From the official website of 𓊆𝑇𝑖𝑚𝑒𓊇 10:00-17:00 (last entry 16:00) Closed: Tuesdays and Wednesdays From the official website of 𓊆𝐴𝑐𝑐𝑒𝑠𝑠𓊇 175 Nakayama-cho, Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 #Hida Takayama #Gifu #Gifu trip #Gifu sightseeing #Museum #Contemporary art #Domestic travel #Girls trip #Photogenic spot

#springitinerary **📍 Takayama, Gifu Prefecture** **📅 Saturday Morning, Sunny & Crisp** Stepping into the quiet streets of Takayama feels like entering an old Japanese woodblock print. The air is fresh, the mountains loom in the distance, and the scent of miso and grilled Hida beef lingers in the air. But today, my destination isn’t just the famous morning markets—it’s the **Hikaru Museum**, a hidden gem dedicated to the breathtaking lacquer art of **Hikaru Yamada**. ### **🖼️ The Museum: A Glimpse into Golden Elegance** Tucked away in a traditional-style building, the museum is intimate yet striking. The moment I enter, I’m greeted by **lacquerware so radiant it seems to glow**—bowls, boxes, and screens adorned with delicate **maki-e (gold/silver powder designs)**. - **✨ Highlights:** - A **gold-lacquered folding screen** depicting seasonal flowers, shimmering under soft lighting. - A **black lacquer sake cup** with a dragon coiled around it, so detailed it looks alive. - A special exhibition on **Edo-period lacquer techniques**, showing how these masterpieces were made. The craftsmanship is unreal—every stroke of gold tells a story. ### **🍵 Tea & Reflection in the Garden** After the exhibits, I relax in the small **Japanese garden** behind the museum. For **¥500**, I enjoy **matcha and a traditional sweet**, sitting by a tiny koi pond. The tranquility here is a perfect contrast to Takayama’s bustling markets. ### **🚶♀️ Exploring Nearby: Old Town & Hida Beef** Since the museum is compact (about **1 hour** for a thorough visit), I spend the rest of the day wandering: - **🏮 Sanmachi Suji (Old Town):** Cobblestone lanes lined with sake breweries and antique shops. - **🍢 Hida Beef Skewers:** A must-try from the **Miyagawa Morning Market**. - **⛩️ Takayama Jinya:** A 17th-century government house with tatami rooms and samurai history. ### **📝 Final Thoughts** The **Hikaru Museum** is a **must for art lovers**—it’s small but unforgettable. Pair it with Takayama’s old-world charm, and you’ve got the perfect day trip. **🌟 Rating: 4.5/5** (Wish it had more English descriptions!) **💰 Admission: ¥800** (Worth every yen) **Next stop—Shirakawa-go?** Stay tuned! ✨

The beauty of architecture and space✨ The exterior, which imitates the "Governor's Palace of Uxmal" and the "El Tajin Pyramid of the Niche", has an exotic atmosphere. From the first floor above ground to the third floor below ground, there are exhibition rooms for natural history, history, calligraphy, and art. Japanese paintings by Yokoyama Taikan and Uemura Shōen, Western paintings by Van Gogh and Monet, and ukiyo-e prints, as well as a national treasure sword among the wide range of collections. There are also extensive exhibits on the history of world relics, mainly Inca Yama, and natural history exhibits such as fossils excavated from the Hida region. The life-size dinosaur models are very popular with children. You can enjoy it all day, whether you're alone or with your family. [Hikari Museum] Address 175 Nakayama-cho, Takayama-shi, Gifu-ken 506-0051 Opening hours 10:00-17:00, admission at 4:00pm Closed every Tuesday and Wednesday (open on public holidays) Closed during winter *For details, see the website Access 30 minutes by bus from Takayama Station Price 1,000 yen for adults, 300 yen for elementary and junior high school students, 300 yen for disabled people #Seasonal places in Japan #Trip #Domestic travel #Tourism #Solo travel #Gifu Prefecture

The Hikari Museum in Takayama, Gifu Prefecture, has one floor above ground and three below, and has a wide variety of exhibits. ⁡ There's a lot to see, such as ukiyo-e, Western paintings, and crafts, so we recommend taking your time to look around! The recommended pyramid is in the courtyard on the top floor of the Hikari Museum♥️ ⁡ It's based on the pyramid at the El Tajin ruins in Veracruz, Mexico! ⁡ Feel like traveling to Central America✈️ ⁡ By the way, there are 91 windows on each side, and a total of 365 including the top! There are also many other photo spots, so it's fun for the whole family💕 #artgallery #gifutrip #gifutourism